**Job Title: Mechanic** **Job Description** Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Dismantles, moves, assembles, installs, welds, torch work, and repairs industrial machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions. Dismantles equipment and machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools; moves machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks; assembles and installs equipment such as conveyors, using hand and power tools; constructs foundations; aligns machines; performs scheduled inspection and maintenance. Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools. Controls downtime through use of effective routine preventive maintenance techniques. Sets up and operates machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework or make new parts. Travel to other locations may be required. Other work may be assigned at Management’s direction. **Responsibilities** + Complete preventive maintenance requirements on production machines. + Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications. + Troubleshoot malfunctions of machinery and mechanical equipment. + Dismantle, move, assemble, install, weld, and repair industrial machinery and equipment. + Use hand and power tools to dismantle, move, and assemble equipment. + Construct foundations and align machines. + Perform scheduled inspection and maintenance. + Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and listening for problems. + Use precision measuring and testing instruments. + Remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand, and power tools. + Control downtime through effective routine preventive maintenance techniques. + Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework or make new parts. + Travel to other locations as required. + Perform other duties as assigned by management. **Essential Skills** + Troubleshooting + Mechanical maintenance + Mechanical troubleshooting + Understanding of blueprints and schematics + Experience with machine operating or fabricating + Knowledge of diesel, electrical repair, hydraulics, pneumatics + Preventive maintenance + Proficiency with blueprints, diesel engines, schematics + Hand tool usage + Welding + 3-phase motors, wiring + Mechanical and electrical assembly **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with hand and power tools + Mechanical aptitude + Mechanical and electrical assembly skills **Why Work Here?** We offer a dynamic work environment where you can grow professionally and enhance your skills. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with opportunities for continuous learning and advancement. **Work Environment** This position is based in a heavy manufacturing environment. You will be working with various machinery and equipment, requiring the use of safety gear and adherence to safety protocols. The role may involve travel to other locations as required. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of NA, Kentucky. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Ghent,KY. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 16, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.